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My Fluorescent Light is Not Working Does it Need a New Ballast


I have a built-in light fixture above my stove that is at least 20 years old. I just tried to replace the starter and the bulb and the bulb flashed once and then was dead.


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Electric Cooktop Circuit Requirements for Renters


Cook Top Electrical Circuit Requirements – You can only supply 240 volts to a 2 burner 240 volt cook top, and the circuit would need to be rated at the specifications of the cook top that you have.


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Kitchen Stove Electrical Circuit Checks


How to Check Circuit Wiring for an Electric Stove – The circuit breaker should be checked to make sure that half of the circuit is not tripped off. Inspect the flex whip and wiring for damage or loose connections.


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Testing the Circuit for Your Kitchen Stove


How to a Test a Kitchen Stove Electrical Circuit when trying to connect or install the stove


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Installing Kitchen Outlet Wiring


I need to add an outlet in my kitchen up in my cabinets and have that controlled by a switch down below for under cabinet lights…


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Locating Hard To Find Electrical Switches


I have a rectangular 3 rocker isolating switch in my fitted kitchen that controls my fridge/freezer, dish washer & washer/dryer…


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How To Replace a Kitchen Stove Switch


I am replacing a switch inside a Frigidaire Elite kitchen stove. I need to know where to plug the wires, two black, on red and two white on the element’s switch…


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How To Provide GFCI Protection For An Older Kitchen?


Can I still wire the GFI into such an arrangement or can I put a GFI breaker on my service panel?


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What gauge or type wire for sink disposal to wall socket?


Typically the wire gauge is #12 and the type wire in most new home wiring is 12/2 Romex. However if you are extending from original wiring make sure to…


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Is There a Minimum Distance for an Electrical Socket Near a Kitchen Sink?


I am not aware of a minimum distance for a socket or outlet near a sink, however here in the US they are required to be….


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Electrical Question about A Kettle Plug That Gets Very Hot


I have an electric kettle that seems to work well but the plug gets very hot as the water heats up.


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